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Nexstar CEO not worried about FCC rules impacting TEGNA deal
On a conference call with investors, Nexstar CEO Perry Sook said he feels confident the regulatory environment in Washington will yield changes that allow broadcast mega-mergers.
ESPN, WWE pact starting early with “Wrestlepalooza” in September
ESPN will become the exclusive U.S. home of WWE Premium Live Events beginning September 20 with Wrestlepalooza in Indianapolis.
Newsmax make-up artist Renee Baldwin murdered
A 27-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of his mother, a long-time television make-up artist.
IPG Mediabrands and Acxiom launch contextual CTV ad solution with IRIS.TV
IPG Mediabrands and Acxiom are rolling out a new CTV advertising product aimed at delivering more-precise, privacy-first targeting for streaming audiences.
Estrella TV closes July with strong ratings across key demographics
Estrella TV finished the July ratings period with one of its strongest performances of the season, posting consistent growth in prime time.
Pew Research: Americans feel journalists losing influence in society
Nearly half of all Americans say Americans are losing influence, and fewer believe journalists act in the public interest.
Yahoo Sports Network launches through pact with C15 Studio
Yahoo Sports has launched a new free streaming channel through a partnership with C15 Studio, the companies announced this week.
Philo rolls out rare price increase for long-time customers
Philo is raising the price of its streaming pay TV package for some loyal customers who were grandfathered into cheaper plans over the years.
Viant, Wurl bring scene-level contextual targeting to CTV advertising
Through its partnerships with IRIS.TV and Wurl, Viant becomes the first DSP to deliver scene-level contextual targeting in connected TV.
E-mails: Nexstar, TEGNA CEOs announce $6.2 billion merger to employees
On Tuesday, Nexstar CEO Perry Sook and TEGNA CEO Mike Steib sent emails to their employees following the broadcasters' announcement of a $6.2 billion merger.
Newsmax revenue climbs to $46 million during Q2
The company renewed its carriage deal with Comcast, inked a new talent agreement with Greta van Susteren and expanded its reach on Hulu with Live TV.
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Google to pay $30 million to settle YouTube children’s privacy lawsuit
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement in a class action accusing YouTube of illegally collecting children’s personal data for targeted ads.